Practice Management Senior Accountant

Overview

The Senior Accountant for Practice Management is responsible for performing daily accounting tasks including accounts payable, payroll, and preparing various accounting reports and statements for clients. Exceptional judgment, tact, and discretion are essential. Candidates must have advanced proficiency in QuickBooks and payroll processing experience. The role requires a proactive, enthusiastic team player who can multitask efficiently in a fast-paced environment, solve problems effectively, and provide excellent customer service. The Senior Accountant will operate mostly independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of accounts payable, ensuring timely invoice collection, client approvals, and check issuance.
• Process client expense reimbursements in line with policy guidelines.
• Validate expenses against budget line items.
• Prepare ACH transfers as directed by management.
• Generate accurate journal entries and bank reconciliations.
• Handle client payroll processing and distribute payroll packets.
• Ensure timely remittance of payroll withholdings, including retirement plan deductions and garnishments.
• Communicate and collaborate independently with providers and groups.
• Prepare and distribute year-end reports such as 1099s, W2s, and approval forms.
• Compile periodic stipend invoices for client facilities as needed.
• Maintain monthly financial spreadsheets as requested.
• Assist with payroll tax payments and preparation of tax returns.
• Proactively research and resolve discrepancies in accounts payable, general ledger, and payroll.
• Manage client/provider compensation and production reports related to anesthesia provider groups.
• Collaborate with clients and the Client Relations team to address client inquiries promptly.
• Work closely with client Human Resources to track payroll withholdings and deductions.
• Provide administrative and clerical support to the Finance department.
• Contribute to team projects and support a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, or Finance.
• Advanced expertise with QuickBooks is mandatory.
• Minimum of five years' professional experience in accounting, finance, or payroll.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team and manage confidential information responsibly.